On a regular workday, it’s easy to feel starved of peace.
We crave peace and quiet so much that we’llpay to spend time in a peaceful place.
But there are peaceful places everywhere, perfect for quickly recharging and disconnecting from your workday.
Here are some places you’ve got the option to go during your break to renew your energy.
I wasn’t going to pick up coffee or anything, nor was there any particularly beautiful scenery nearby.
But when I was sitting all day, the walking and the quietwas almost cathartic.
(Here’s the oneI frequented.)
Enjoy Public Parks, Community Centers, and Libraries
Swing by a local park near your office.
You could also stop by other public spaces like community centers or libraries.
Libraries are better if you love quiet.
Either way, the environment change could be good to take your mind off things and find peace.
If you’re looking for silence, get to these places during school hours.
you might wander around these areas of commerce to take your mind off things at work.
Some of my friends are partial to soap stores.
Remember, you’re not going to shop.
You’re just resetting your senses.
Don’t go with the intention to splurge or to engage in retail therapy.
If you find it tempting or distracting, you don’t even have to set foot in a store.
Hang out by the water fountain.
Be on the lookout for an abandoned food court (hopefully with comfortable chairs).
Ideally, you should leave your wallet at the office so you’re not tempted to make any purchases.
Hanging out in hotel lobbies can be liberating, especially if there are a lot of people on vacation.
Their excitement can be contagious and bring back good memories.
If you’re shameless, hanging out at a hotel lobby doesn’t cost a dime.
(I wouldn’t suggest going every day though.)
Alternatively, you could also hang out at the lobby of a conference hall.
It will be a bit busier, but you’re less likely to stand out.
Sometimes, nap rooms at the office just don’t cut it.
Yet breaks and peace are important tohealthier, higher energy, workdays.
Keep your eyes peeled and get creative.
Photos byVasilkovS,A .,Moyan Brenn,Kevin Cole,Pargon, andArmy Medicine.
